Yveltal Best Moveset
Mirror image of Xerneas at identical 131/131/95/98 stats. Dark and Flying TermStab fires from both sides at 99 Speed cooldowns. 126 HP absorbs damage. The moveset differs from Xerneas through typing and coverage while matching the raw power exactly.
Dark Aura boosted all Dark moves by 33% in Gen VI (X & Y). 131 Sp. Atk with boosted Dark Pulse and Oblivion Wing draining HP. The Xerneas counter in the restricted format.
Best Moves
Best Build
Yveltal best EVs are Sp. Atk and HP
Special Attacker Moveset
- Oblivion Wing
- Dark Pulse
- Sucker Punch
- Knock Off
Checked Primal Groudon, Mega Rayquaza, and Ultra Necrozma with Dark Aura Foul Play in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Two gens as the premier Dark-type in the restricted format.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Oblivion Wing
- Dark Pulse
- Foul Play
- U Turn
Three gens in the restricted format in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Max Darkness lowered Sp. Def, compounding Yveltal's Dark Aura damage every turn.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Knock Off
- Roost
- Sucker Punch
- Oblivion Wing
Recommended Teammates
Yveltal Weakness
Electric, Ice, Rock, and Fairy moves hit Yveltal for super-effective damage. The upside? Ground and Psychic-type moves can't touch it at all. Yveltal's overall bulk (126/95/98) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Ice, Rock, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Ghost, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground, Psychic |
What is Yveltal Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Yveltal
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Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemEjectbutton NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Yveltal View Tornadus builds →U Turn14-16% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemEviolite NatureBold Moves View Dusclops builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Yveltal View Cyclizar builds →Rapid Spin12-14% U Turn17-20% Knock Off8-9% Draco Meteor21-25% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityLightningrod ItemSceptilite NatureTimid Moves View Sceptile-Mega builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityPsychic Surge ItemTerrain Extender NatureTimid Moves View Indeedee-F builds →
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Evolution
A Dark/Flying-type legendary, Yveltal doesn't evolve or breed. At 680 total stats, it's meant to stand on its own. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
How to Get Yveltal
Yveltal doesn't appear in Legends: Z-A. Transfer it from X & Y or Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Yveltal is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Also Obtainable In:
Pokemon transfers only go forward through generations, never backward. Direct cross-gen trades aren't supported.
No wild encounters for Yveltal in Sword & Shield. It's available in X & Y or Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Yveltal is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Also Obtainable In:
Pokemon transfers only go forward through generations, never backward. Direct cross-gen trades aren't supported.
You'll find Yveltal at Ultra Space Wilds as a set encounter. It's always there at that location, so come prepared for the battle. The location details below cover exact positioning.
How to Get Yveltal in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Yveltal doesn't appear in Sun & Moon. Transfer it from X & Y or Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Yveltal cannot be caught in the wild in Sun & Moon, but you can still get it via these paths:
Obtain and trade from these games:
Then trade to Sun & Moon.
Also Obtainable In:
Pokemon transfers only go forward through generations, never backward. Direct cross-gen trades aren't supported.
Base Stats
Yveltal's spread is anchored by Attack, with balanced defenses backing it up. Defense is the clear weak point. Worth 3 HP EVs per KO, and the slow 1.25M XP grind keeps leveling painless.
When its life comes to an end, it absorbs the life energy of every living thing and turns into a cocoon once more.
Yveltal Guide
At 680 BST, Yveltal is built different. We rank it S-Tier. As a Legendary Pokemon, the raw stats back up the reputation. Best used as a pivot.
Dark Aura strengthens dark moves to 1.33× their power for all friendly and opposing Pokémon. That's the one you want on Yveltal. It's the only ability Yveltal has.
Yveltal fills the pivot role. It's a mixed attacker with base 131 Attack and 131 Sp. Atk. Base 99 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
Yveltal has answers, but so do you. Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Electric, Ice, and Rock-type attackers hit hardest.
Game Availability
Yveltal has appeared in 6 games since X & Y, spanning 5 generations. As a Legendary, it's typically a one-per-save encounter tied to the story or post-game content.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XYDebut
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves